Compare performance (421 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 147,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class or Maserati Quattroporte?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Mercedes A Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 32,600 £ , while the Maserati Quattroporte costs 147,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 114,918 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class uses 2.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maserati Quattroporte with 11.1 L/100km. The difference is about 8.8 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Quattroporte offers very slightly more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 421 HP. That’s roughly 9 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Maserati Quattroporte takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Maserati Quattroporte is markedly faster – reaching 288 km/h, while the Mercedes A Class tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Quattroporte delivers moderately more torque with 580 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes A Class is considerably lighter – 1,440 kg compared to 2,055 kg. The difference is around 615 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Maserati Quattroporte offers visibly more boot space – 530 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 485 kg.
The Mercedes A Class is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.
detailsThe Maserati Quattroporte is a grand touring saloon that wraps Italian drama and handcrafted luxury around a chassis that clearly wants to be driven. For buyers who prefer emotion to spreadsheet-friendly logic, it makes a memorable entrance and rewards spirited journeys with a sonorous exhaust and sharp steering.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
32,600 - 66,500 £
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Price
147,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
85 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
53 - 205 g/km
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co2
252 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,440 - 1,695 kg
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Curb weight
2,055 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
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Trunk capacity
530 L
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Length
4,428 mm
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Length
5,262 mm
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Width
1,796 - 1,850 mm
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Width
1,948 mm
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Height
1,423 mm
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Height
1,481 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,125 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 485 kg
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Payload
485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 421 HP
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Power HP
430 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 9.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
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Max Speed
225 km/h
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Max Speed
288 km/h
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Torque
200 - 500 Nm
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Torque
580 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
85 - 310 kW
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Power kW
316 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,979 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Maserati
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